Flexible at 92

Just a bit of excitement today. We listed our piano on Craig's List for FREE last week. There were at least 7 interested people and it got taken away this morning at 8:30 in less than 10 minutes by 3 very big guys and a little "dolly." WHEW! Ros kept himself out of the path of the movers and was watching the driveway for his van pick up for Spectrum Club. He had his jacket, hat and gloves on and scooted out the door right after the piano movers left. Good timing!

When Ros got home today around 4pm, he found his puzzle table moved to a cozy spot just under the Lake Sunapee painting and next to the fireplace where the piano used to be. He was pleased with the new location. Ros is remarkably flexible with all the every day and Christmas commotion that goes on in our small household. We are in the middle of a mini renovation of our living room (Ted is sawing holes in the ceiling to place the housing for the new recessed lighting. YAY!!). Max is home from college and has spent a few good moments with Pappa. Mia and Lucie are always popping in and out of the house with their busy schedules. We are really enjoying having Pappa live with us - just part of the family, part of the usual commotion.

A Good Day!

Ros is doing really well. In fact, he is so well, the Visiting Nurses who have been seeing him since he came home from the hospital 3 weeks ago, are discharging him from home visits as of next week! He is enjoying Spectrum Club (Monday, Wednesday and Fridays) especially these days before Christmas as there is often live music, singing and dancing! 


This "warm" winter we are experiencing has been a gift - no ice and snow which makes going in and out of the house a bit easier. If you want to speak with Ros directly, generally 4:40-6pm is a good time any day if you want to call 978-887-0145. He would love to hear from you!

Pearl Harbor Day

Ros is doing fabulous! He has been back to the Spectrum Club 4 times this past week: a half day last Wednesday and Friday, full days this past Monday and today, Wednesday. In fact, he is feeling so well that he took the Spectrum Van Transport to and from the club today. The driver, Bouillyea (sp?), was so kind to Ros, meeting him at our door to assist into the van and then off the van to our doorstep. Kindness goes a long way at any age.

Initially when Ros started back last week, he was exhausted from all the activity. Even this past Monday, he was a bit wiped out when he got home. But today was a great day. There was a musician playing the organ and singing all the favorite Christmas carols for over an hour. Ros sat close to the performer and enjoyed the music immensely.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays (non Spectrum Club days), Ros is home just relaxing. He does have a companion, Jo Ellen, who takes him out for coffee on Thursdays which is nice. A physical therapist and visiting nurse are checking in on Ros 2 times a week which is very reassuring. He is truly a miracle. All is well.

Rabbit Rabbit

Ros is amazing! Yesterday, he returned to the Spectrum Club for a half day, went to the VA medical center (to finally get the glasses made to hopefully correct the double vision - takes 4 weeks to receive in the mail but it is in process!! Hooray!), then a brief but wonderful visit with Gracia, Bruce and Heather (Happy Bday!) in Lexington. WHEW!!! Ros must have cruised a half a mile with his walker. He is so mobile. It is AWESOME!! He was naturally exhausted after an incredibly full day.

Today, Ros relaxed and stayed home all day. He slept in a bit and was woken to a new friend/attendant Jo Ellen who kept him company all morning. She is lovely and kind and will be coming by a couple times a week. His energy is great. His desire to be strong and well motivates him to do his physical therapy exercises 2-3 times a day. Impressive.

We are grateful.